Notes: B2C BOOKLET

B2C BOOKLET

Date: April 22, 2013

To: Prof. Damahe (LTIT)

From: Shuklendu (Sentient Systems)

Website: www.B2CmessageBlaster.com

Enclosed Pl. find write-ups / U-I / Logic for this proposed website, to be developed by the 7th Semester students of LTIT.
Obviously, these notes may not answer all the questions that may come up as the students start working on the project. They (or their Guide) should feel free to phone-up Shuklendu for clarifications.
For all issues, Shuklendu will take a final call. Of course, on any policy-related matter, I am always available for consultation, at any time.
Neither guide nor the students, should hesitate to raise issues.
If the guide / students, wish to appraise Shuklendu / myself with monthly progress, I would be happy to come over to LTIT.
I hope the schedule proposed by me in my email of 18th can be maintained.

Regards,

[Signature: H.S. Parikh]

[Phone Number: 9903768690]

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General Comments

Our primary databases of:

Corporates / Companies / Employers, and
Candidates / Consumers

Would need to be SAME across all of our websites, Viz:

https://www.google.com/search?q=CustomizeResume.com
https://www.google.com/search?q=B2BmessageBlaster.com
https://www.google.com/search?q=B2CmessageBlaster.com

Hence,

"REGISTER" form on B2B and B2C
"EMPLOYER REGISTRATION" form on Customize

Will need to be SAME/IDENTICAL, so that data captured on all the 3 sites, get into the SAME/COMMON database.

This COMMON form will be what I have designed for B2C website.

Which means that the existing form on Customize will need to change / align with B2C form.

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Submit Resume (Candidate Registration) Form

This is not required on B2B or B2C websites.
[Nevertheless, I feel we should modify it on Customize Website, in order to capture additional data (demographic info) about each candidate, so that in B2C Website, we can provide to "SUBSCRIBERS", ability to zero-in, target consumers, with greater precision.]

Then only we can call it AdSharp.

eg:

Edu. Quali $\rightarrow$ Search by "Degree/Diploma" Name instead of just "Undergrad / Grad"
Employment $\rightarrow$ Search by "Years of Exp" instead of just "Employed / Not Employed"
Age $\rightarrow$ Search by any specific "Age Group" instead of "Below 25 / Above 25"

I believe our Current Resume Form does provide these details but our...

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...database of 47 lakh Candidates (Consumers) does NOT provide these details.

This needs carefully studying the fields of that 47 lakh database — then decide whether, in SEARCH PARAMETERS, we can provide more precision.

Look & Feel of B2B & B2C Websites

This should be similar to the look & feel of https://www.google.com/search?q=CustomizeResume.com

Except for:

"Credits" at the bottom of pages will need to be configured differently.
On the right-hand side of each & every page, we must leave a 2" wide (?) vertical band BLANK, to accommodate Google Ads.
We need a very comprehensive ADMIN page (accessible to us only), where we can see a comprehensive list of:

STATISTICAL COUNTERS

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Thru these STATISTICAL COUNTERS, we should be able to view the ACTIVITY LEVELS of everything that is happening on our site.

Most of such COUNTERS will be similar to the list provided in my earlier note on B2B website.

Some may need to be different.

PAGE LOADING

It should not take more than 3 seconds to load any page — including SEARCH-RESULT pages. This is a CRITICAL REQUIREMENT.

FREE HIT COUNTER

Pl. do incorporate this.

Hi-Stat Counter

Due to some problem, we removed this from CustomizeResume Website. This should be considered.

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SITE MAP

A page should be created for this. Google can do this (create this page) for us in a minute!

FAQ.

I will send this page later on.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

These will be same as for B2B website.

FREE VISIT / ACCESS TO ALL PAGES

We want ALL visitors to be able to access / visit all pages without any hindrance.

They should be able to check out the "Functionalities" on various pages (eg: Create Marketing Messages, Mailing Lists, Mail Merge, etc.) WITHOUT having to register / Login.

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Of course, unless they are "Registered and logged in", they cannot:

SAVE / FREEZE / STORE / EDIT.

And therefore, they cannot create BLASTING SCHEDULE.

But,

even Unregistered / Unlogged Visitors should be able to see "WATCH MY OWN BLAST?" page and even be able to click on any balloon to view the resume of the concerned "CONSUMER".

In a nutshell, we want the site itself to do the SELLING!

COLOUR SCHEME / FONTS / FONT SIZES etc.

Keep same as CustomizeResume.

Log In

As with CustomizeResume, provide on all pages.

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"OUR SUBSCRIBERS" Page

Maintain same arrangement (of display) as with CustomizeResume.

However, we will upload this page (make it visible) only when we have 50+ registrations.

"Contact Us" Page

Can we also display Google Map?

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B2C Message Blaster User Interfaces

Home Page [Checkmark]
For whom [Checkmark]
Register [Checkmark]
Compose Messages [Checkmark]
Create Mailing Lists [Checkmark]
Mail Merge [Checkmark]
Create Blasting Schedule [Checkmark]
Watch my Own Blast [Checkmark]
Who is Blasting? [Checkmark]
Marketing is Cheap [Checkmark]
Credits

B2B Message Blaster.com

Homepage
For whom?
B2B Marketer (Mobile App)
Register
Compose message
Create mailing lists
Blast Away
Watch my Blast
My campaign feedback
Who is Blasting?
Marketing is Cheap
Recipient Response
Private mailing list
Our subscribers
SiteMap
FAQ
Terms & Conditions [Checkmark]
Comparison (online vs offline)
User Interface (Screenshots) of Mobile App.
Credits

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B2C Message Blaster | HP/1

Home Page | Delivering Your Message to Millions.

Dear Business Owner / Marketing Executive

If you need to market your products / services to millions of consumers, this is the place.

Why

We enable you to send your bulk marketing messages to your potential customers, in a way no other website does.

How

You can compose any number of marketing messages.

Then create any number of mailing lists from our database of millions of potential consumers.

Then thru Mail-Merge, generate any number of combinations of:

Marketing Message WITH # Mailing List

Then Create Campaign Schedule and click [BLAST AWAY]

Cost

None. Our service is absolutely FREE!

Reach

Our Consumer Database of approx. 47 lakh (4.7 million) people living in over 1000+ cities/towns of India.

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Speed

Time to deliver your messages (as Emails) will depend upon the total number of messages in the queue and the size of each mailing list. We do, however, expect a message to get delivered within 24 hours.

Control

At will, start / stop / pause the blasting of any message, anytime.

DIY (Do It Yourself)

No need for a Publicity / Advertising Agency.

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For Whom? | Delivering Your Message to Millions

Dear Business Owner / Campaign Manager:

You can use our FREE services, whether yours is a:

# Political Party

To canvas for Votes in forthcoming 2014 National Election or State Elections [Apart from your High Command / Head Quarters, all of your State-level units can register independently and Conduct Campaigns]

# NGO / Trust

To seek donations

# Educational Institution

To enlighten parents about your Courses / Fees etc.

# Government Departments

To create awareness about your Welfare Schemes / Achievements / Targets.

# Celebrity (Sports - Films - Music etc.)

To create a fan-following

# Business / Industry / Retail Shop

I bet your Sales / Marketing Managers want to reach out to millions with your product / service announcements.

# Recruiters who cannot afford to advertise on Job Portals

Just Compose your Job Advt and blast it to most desirable candidates!

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Register | Delivering Your Message to Millions

Dear Subscriber

Please submit data about your Company / Business / Organisation / Institution, in the form below.
Data must be as comprehensive as possible - Most of the fields are mandatory.
Upon registering, you will receive an ACTIVATION LINK in your email.
This site is meant for sending out genuine business-related messages to our database of Consumers. Any misuse will result in cancellation of your subscription, without any notice. We monitor each message.
Keep away if you are a hate spreading / criminal / terrorist / pornographer or any such anti-social organisation, engaged in any illegal activities or Spamming - We do NOT tolerate spam.
Although more than one person from your Organisation can use our services after proper login, the person whose name / Email ID / Mobile Number appears in the Registration Form, will need to verify / certify each & every marketing message composed / saved, by clicking on a CERTIFICATION link emailed.
Although our FREE service is open to Celebrity Individuals (entirely at our sole discretion), it is NOT open to other individuals.
We encourage SMALL businesses / Retailers to use our service.

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This same form will also be used in B2B and Customize Resume

REGISTRATION FORM

Organisation Name: [__________]
Country: [__________] (Dropdown)
City: [__________] (Dropdown)
PIN: [__________]
Street Address 1: [__________]
Street Address 2: [__________]

Nature of Activity (select one)

Political Party | Govt. Department
NGO | Business / Company
Trust | Celebrity
Educational Institution | Others

If Business / Company, Select TYPE

Proprietary Firm | Private Limited Company
Partnership Firm | Public Limited Company

Additional Information

Website -> http://www. [__________]
Year Established -> [Dropdown]
No. of Employees -> [Dropdown]
Industry Sector (In droplist we will need to add in our database):

Political Organisations
[Scroll area]

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Contact Details

Name of Executive registering: (First) [] (Second) []
Designation / Title: [__________]
Landline No: [] []
Mobile No: [] []
Email: [__________]
User Name (always Email): [__________]
Password: [__________]
Confirm Password: [__________]
PON (Permanent Organisation Number - Auto Allotted): [PON XXXXXXXX]

Your Organisation's Activity Related Keywords.

List below (Comma Separated), words with which your Organisation likes to be identified / associated:

[XXXX, YYYY, __________]

Logo / Photo / Video (to be sent with message)

Upload (Browse)

Logo [] Photo [] Video [__________]

To get your Verification Code (as SMS on your mobile) click [VERIFY]

Got SMS? Enter Code here [__________] [SUBMIT]

[Space for flashing "Successfully Registered" Message / Congratulations]

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Compose Message. | Delivering Your Message to Millions

Dear Subscriber:

Here is where you compose your Marketing Messages and save. From here, you can also EDIT / DELETE old messages. A composed message will be saved / stored only after you click CERTIFICATION link sent to email entered in your REGISTRATION FORM.

COMPOSE WINDOW (Max. 5000 characters)	EXISTING SAVED MESSAGES (Click to View-Edit-Delete)	View-Edit-Delete Window
Type below: [Text Area]	No	Date
Composer Name: [__________]
Designation: [__________]
Email ID: [__________]
Mobile No: [__________]
Message Name (Examples): [____] [SAVE]
Auto Generated: Message NO [] Date [][][]
[CLEAR FOR NEXT MESSAGE]	At our sole discretion, a message will be deleted if found to be offensive.	[EDIT] [DELETE] [SAVE] [CLEAR]

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CREATE MAILING LISTS | Delivering Your Message to Millions

Dear Subscriber:

It is quite possible that, over a period of time, you want to send different messages to different groups of Consumers, as you come out with new products / services / offerings. So, you want to create different Mailing Lists (Groups of Consumers) and store these for future use.

You create / save / store your Mailing Lists here.

There is no restrictions on the no. of lists that you can create / save / store. And you can keep creating / saving, over a period of time. You don't have to create all lists at one go.

This painstaking — but one time — effort of creation, will speed-up your subsequent blasting in matter of minutes.

Our Consumer Database is searchable on following "Search Parameters":

Gender
Age
Employment status
Designation Level
Edu. Level
City location

By selecting "Search Parameters" which are appropriate / relevant to your Marketing Message, you can zero-in on those individuals who are most likely to read your message and act upon it. You are creating a demographic profile of consumers who you wish to target.

Once you are satisfied with a profile that you have created, you should:

Assign to it, a meaningful "NAME / TITLE"
Click on [FREEZE] to save / store.

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A) CREATE DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILES (MAILING LISTS)

Instructions:

It is mandatory to select ALL search parameters, in order to create / save a list.
While selecting, you must follow the same order / sequence, as shown below:

[Gender] -> [Employment Status] -> [Designation Level] -> [Edu. Level] -> [Exp] -> [Age] -> [Cities]

Click on [Gender] block above to reveal gender-wise population in a PIE CHART. Then choose your option by clicking on desired segment. It will get saved and automatically display the next PIE CHART of "Employment status". Just continue clicking on desired segments, till the Table below gets filled up.

Step 1: GENDER

(Pie chart showing: Male 52%, Female 48%)

Step 2: EMPLOYMENT STATUS

(Pie chart showing: Employed 30%, Unemployed 70%)

To select, click on desired segment.
Clicking will display a counter as follows: Filtered Population = [__________]

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STEP 3: DESIGNATION LEVEL

(Pie chart showing: Entry Level, Mid Mgr, Manager, Sr. Mgr)

STEP 4: Edu. Qualification Level

(Pie chart showing: 12th/HSC, Diploma, Graduate (Bachelor), Post Grad (Master), Prof Qual, PG Dipl)

STEP 5: Experience Level

(Placeholder for chart)

STEP 6: Age Group

(Placeholder for chart)

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(Cont.)

Now you must select the cities, where your targetted potential customers live. Here, you have a choice of hundreds of cities. You may want to send your Marketing Message to potential customers in more than one City. From the following droplist, just make multiple selections (by check boxes) — then click [SUBMIT] at the bottom.

STEP 7

Select Cities

Type [__________]

Abohar [x]
Adilabad [ ]
[ ]
[ ]

[SUBMIT]

STEP 8

Happy with this demographic profile (Mailing List)? If so, you must give it a relevant / meaningful name, before you can save it.

Name: [____________________] [OK]

Here is the auto-allotted List NO: [__________]

[SAVE THIS LIST]

[RESET TO START NEXT LIST]

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B - Edit-Delete, saved/stored Mailing lists.

Database Name: [Blank] | Table Name: Mailinglists

Here is a tabulation of Mailing Lists created by you so far. You can edit or delete any.

Tabulation Table

Sl No.	Mailing List No.	List Name	Search Parameters (Gender, Empl Status, Desig Level, Edu Level, Exp Level, Age Group, No. of Cities)	Filtered Target Population	Edit	Delete
1	[..]				( )	( )
2					( )	( )
3					( )	( )

Note:

If you select [Delete], profile/mailing list will be removed from tabulation.
If you select [Edit], you will get to see your original selection in (A), where you can re-select/modify Search Parameters, find a new "Filtered Population", allot a new Name/Title and SAVE. The edited profile (with new name and a different Mailing List No.) will get entered in the tabulation above.

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Mail Merge — Delivering Your Message to Millions

Dear Subscriber:

Over a period of time, you have created many Mailing Lists (Demographic Profiles) and Composed many marketing messages. But which message should go to which mailing list? You don’t have to ask yourself that question again and again, every time you wish to blast. As shown below, just create several "PAIRS" (of messages and mailing lists) and SAVE. Of course, nothing stops you from pairing same message with several different mailing lists. Once paired and saved, these pairs become visible in the CREATE BLASTING SCHEDULE page.

Mail Merge Table

Composed Messages	Pair No.	To pair, drag/drop from Side lists (Message Name)	To pair, drag/drop from Side lists (Mailing List Name)	Created Mailing Lists
[Arrow Up]	1
	2
	3
	4
[Arrow Down]	5

[SAVE] (Button)

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Create Blasting Schedule

Dear Subscriber:

Having created "PAIRS" (of marketing messages with mailing lists), it is best to create a blasting schedule, activate the blast and then forget! Do it here. Of course, we cannot guarantee that your blast will start at a particular time, since many schedules of many other subscribers could have queued up before yours. But when it starts, you will get an email intimation, so that you may login and "Watch My Own Blast".

Schedule Table

Pair No	Message (No. / Name)	Mailing List (Name / NO.)	Drop List Copy Past	Sequence No
1			1	[ ]
2			2	[ ]
3			3
4			4
5			5

[FREEZE SCHEDULE] [ACTIVATE BLAST] [EDIT SCHEDULE] (Buttons)

Note:

Once a message has been blasted, it will turn red in colour in above tabulation.
An already blasted message cannot be rescheduled or re-blasted.
Of course, you can compose a fresh message and pair it with same Mailing List.

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Watch My Own Blast

Dear Marketer: Here is a blast in progress. Is it yours? Easy to find out. Just login. Your campaign details will appear below, if it is yours.

Data For Your Own Current Campaign Under Progress

Company Name: [Text Box]
Message Name: [Text Box]
Mailing List Name: [Text Box]
Messages Delivered (This blast): [Text Box]
Messages Delivered (Cumulative): [Text Box]

Combined Data of All Users

Total Campaigns: [Text Box]
Total Messages Delivered: [Text Box]
Ave No / Campaign: [Text Box]

As each email gets sent, an arrow/balloon appears, with the name of recipient/city name appearing inside, on relevant spots on the following map of India.

Illustration: Map of India with balloons: "Ajay Mhatre, Kanpur" and "Ramaswamy, Chennai".

Notes: * This facility to click balloon and view full resume of Person, will re-assure the marketer (subscriber) that emails (messages) are being delivered to REAL persons!

Clicking on these balloons will display concerned person's resume in a Separate Window.
That would require balloon to stay visible for 5 sec. at least.

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Who is Blasting?

Dear Marketer: If our value-proposition in this website is valid, then several subscribers should be in a queue with their marketing campaigns. Here is their list/position in queue. As soon as you click [ACTIVATE BLAST] button on CREATE BLASTING SCHEDULE page, your campaign details will get added below. When your turn comes and delivery of your messages begin, you will get an email notification. That is when you may want to return and Watch My Own Blast.

Queue of Marketing Campaigns

Position in Queue	Subscriber Name	Campaign Details (Message Name)	Campaign Details (Mailing List Name)	Campaign Details (Target Population No.)	Delivered So Far

Note:

We may shuffle/re-schedule campaigns based on No. of messages in your Campaign and No. of targeted population for each. So, keep checking here frequently.

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Marketing is Cheap

This page will be almost identical to similar page in B2B, with small changes, eg:

"47 lakh consumers" in place of "7 lakh companies"

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DRAFT OF MESSAGE EMAIL (B2C)

Subject Line: Message Name
Attachments: Dear Friend:

[ MESSAGE BOX ]

Thank you for reading this message. If you have any questions/suggestions, do not hesitate to contact me.

With regards

[Box] Name of Organization
[Box] Name of Registering Executive
[Box] Designation
[Box] Email ID
[Box] Mobile NO.
[Box] City
[Box] Country

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What "Search Parameters" can a subscriber of www.B2CmessageBlaster.com use, for creating "Mailing Lists / Demo. Profiles" from our database of 47 lakh candidates?

I feel, following "Search Parameters" can be used, considering that relevant "Fields/Columns" are available in the Excel sheets (database of 47 lakh).

I presume, ALL the fields listed below are available/accessible on our CustomizeResume's JOBSEEKER DATABASE:

Age: This will need to be calculated (on the fly) from DOB (Date of Birth) column, since value in "AGE" column is obsolete.
Gender: is clearly given as Male/Female hence no problem here.

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Experience (Years): Clearly mentioned, as 1, 2, 3 etc. (No. of years). Wherever it lists "6 months" or any no. of "months", treat it as 1 year.
Level: ≈ Designation Level.

Nomenclature in Database	Nomenclature to be adopted in B2C Search Parameters
Entry level/Fresher	Entry Level
Junior Executive, Assistant	Mid Career
Middle Manager/Asst. Mgr	Manager
Senior, Sr. Mgr/General Manager	Senior Management
Others	— ?

These levels are as per our "Submit Resume" form for Experienced Professionals.

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Course {Highest Education}:

Nomenclature in 47 L Database	(Equivalent in Customize) Nomenclature that we should adopt/show in B2C Search Parameters
12th standard	HSC / 12th Std.
Diploma	Diploma Course
BA/BCom/BSc/BE/BTech/LLB/BCA/B Pharm	Graduate (Bachelor's Degree)
MBA/PGDCA/PGDM/M.Com/MA/MSC/MEd	Post Graduate (Master's Degree)
CA/CS	Professional Qualifications
PGDCA/PGDM	Post Graduate Diploma

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Unit-2: The Evolution of Consumer Behavior

Traditional Consumer Behavior (Pre-Digital Era):

Limited Information: Information was primarily gathered through word-of-mouth, traditional media (TV, radio, newspapers), and physical store visits.
Linear Path to Purchase: The buying journey was often straightforward: Awareness -> Consideration -> Purchase.
Local Focus: Consumers were largely limited to local options and regional brands.
Brand Loyalty: Reliance on established brands was high due to limited alternatives.

The Shift to Digital:

Information Abundance: Consumers now have access to vast amounts of information online, including reviews, social media, and comparison sites.
Non-Linear Path to Purchase: The buyer journey has become complex, with multiple touchpoints across various digital channels.
Global Marketplace: Digitalization has opened access to global brands and products.
Empowered Consumers: Consumers are more informed, demanding, and influential through their online presence.

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Key Drivers of Change:

Technological Advancements: High-speed internet, smartphones, and mobile apps have revolutionized how consumers interact with brands.
Social Media Influence: Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become major sources of product discovery and social proof.
E-commerce Growth: The convenience and variety offered by online shopping have fundamentally changed buying habits.
Personalization: Consumers now expect tailored experiences and recommendations based on their preferences.
Data Analytics: Brands use consumer data to understand behavior and target their marketing more effectively.

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Unit-3: Psychological Factors Influencing B2C Behavior

Motivation:

Needs vs. Wants: Understanding the difference between essential requirements and desired luxuries.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: How physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs drive consumer choices.
Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation: Internal desires (e.g., personal satisfaction) versus external rewards (e.g., social status).

Perception:

Selective Attention: How consumers filter out marketing messages to focus on what is relevant to them.
Perceptual Mapping: How consumers visualize and compare different brands in their minds.
Brand Imagery: The impact of visual elements and brand personality on consumer perception.

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Learning and Memory:

Classical Conditioning: Associating a brand with positive stimuli (e.g., catchy jingles or appealing imagery).
Operant Conditioning: Reinforcing brand loyalty through rewards and positive experiences (e.g., loyalty programs).
Cognitive Learning: Acquiring information and making rational decisions based on knowledge and experience.
Brand Recall and Recognition: The importance of being top-of-mind for consumers.

Attitude and Beliefs:

Components of Attitude: Cognitive (beliefs), Affective (feelings), and Conative (behavioral intentions).
Attitude Formation: How experiences, social influence, and marketing shape consumer attitudes.
Changing Attitudes: Strategies for brands to shift negative or neutral consumer perceptions.

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Unit-4: Social and Cultural Influences

Culture:

Core Values: The fundamental beliefs and norms that shape behavior within a society.
Subcultures: Smaller groups within a culture based on shared interests, demographics, or backgrounds (e.g., ethnic groups, hobbyists).
Cross-Cultural Marketing: Adapting strategies to resonate with different cultural contexts and sensitivities.

Social Class:

Determinants of Social Class: Income, occupation, education, and lifestyle.
Impact on Consumption: How social standing influences preferences for products, brands, and shopping environments.

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Reference Groups:

Primary Groups: Close-knit groups like family and friends who have a significant influence on choices.
Secondary Groups: Professional associations or social clubs with a more formal influence.
Aspirational Groups: Groups that individuals admire and wish to belong to (e.g., celebrities, influencers).
Dissociative Groups: Groups that individuals want to distance themselves from.

Family Dynamics:

The Family Life Cycle: How consumption patterns change as families evolve (e.g., young singles, new parents, empty nesters).
Decision-Making Roles: Understanding who initiates, influences, decides, buys, and uses products within a household.

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Unit-5: The Modern Consumer Decision-Making Process

1. Problem/Need Recognition:

The consumer identifies a gap between their current state and a desired state.
This can be triggered by internal stimuli (hunger, thirst) or external stimuli (advertisements, social media).

2. Information Search:

Internal Search: Recalling past experiences and knowledge.
External Search: Seeking information from personal sources, commercial sources, public sources, and experiential sources (e.g., trying a product).

3. Evaluation of Alternatives:

Consumers compare different products and brands based on specific criteria (price, quality, features).
The "Evoked Set" represents the group of brands a consumer seriously considers.

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4. Purchase Decision:

The consumer decides which brand to buy and where to buy it.
Factors such as store atmosphere, salesperson influence, and promotional offers can affect this stage.
Situational Factors: Unforeseen circumstances (e.g., product out of stock) can lead to a change in decision.

5. Post-Purchase Behavior:

Satisfaction vs. Dissatisfaction: The consumer evaluates their purchase based on their expectations.
Cognitive Dissonance: The psychological discomfort a consumer may feel after making a significant purchase (buyer's remorse).
Loyalty and Advocacy: Satisfied consumers are more likely to become repeat buyers and recommend the brand to others.

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Unit-6: Digital Consumer Trends

The Rise of Mobile Commerce (M-commerce):

The increasing use of smartphones for browsing, comparing, and purchasing products.
Importance of mobile-optimized websites and apps for a seamless user experience.

Social Commerce:

Buying products directly through social media platforms (e.g., Instagram Shop, Facebook Marketplace).
The power of influencer marketing and user-generated content in driving sales.

The Subscription Economy:

The shift from ownership to access through subscription-based models (e.g., Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime).
Emphasis on building long-term relationships and recurring revenue streams.

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The Importance of Reviews and Ratings:

Online reviews have become a critical factor in building trust and credibility.
Brands must actively manage their online reputation and respond to consumer feedback.

Sustainable and Ethical Consumption:

Growing consumer awareness of environmental and social issues.
Preference for brands that demonstrate transparency, ethical sourcing, and sustainable practices.

The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

AI-powered chatbots for customer service and support.
Personalized recommendations and predictive analytics for targeted marketing.
Enhanced shopping experiences through Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

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Flashing of such a list of messages, has following advantages:

Out of curiosity, subscribers will click/open/read other's messages, thereby staying longer on our site.
They will learn (from each other's messages), how to write better/more relevant messages (PITCH).
Political parties will be very keen to know, how other parties are projecting their image/achievements. It will help them write "Rebuttal Messages".
Corporate Marketing Managers will learn about competitors' strategy in respect of a particular product/service. This will help them develop counter-strategies.
It will give them ideas about new products/services.

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Monday, 24 January 2022

B2C BOOKLET

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